Seasonal Event Worker (Hospitality)

Seasonal Event Workers assist in the implementation of the City of Dublin's signature events. Apply today to join the team that showcases and celebrates the exceptional community and culture of the City of Dublin!

Scheduling/Availability

• This is a temporary/seasonal position that works from approximately March-August
  • The ideal candidate will be available to start working immediately
• Successful candidates must be available to work July 4 & July 31- August 2
• Successful candidates are expected to be available to work 24 -40 hours per week
  • Please note that working hours may be longer during event weeks
  • The exact working schedule will be determined once the successful candidate is selected
• Successful candidates must have the ability to work long hours during special event operations
  • Please note that event hours may occur outside of normal business hours, including nights, weekends and holidays

Supervisory Responsibilities : The successful candidate will have no formal supervisory duties, but may direct the work of other seasonal employees and/or volunteers.
Beyond the Paycheck

• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
• Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
• Discounts on memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC)
• Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer
• Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
• Career mapping and growth opportunities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Communicate daily, in a timely and professional manner, with staff, entertainers, participants and the public
• Detail orientated tracking of entertainer/participant travel needs, hospitality requirements and ticket requests
• Provide support for stage managers including materials and scheduling
• Provide general administrative support including, but not limited to: mailings, record maintenance, phone and e-mail communication/responses
• Assist in setting up for the Dublin Irish Festival including moving boxes, tables and other equipment
• Successful candidates may drive a variety of vehicles from golf carts to vans to pick up and deliver materials
• During events, ability to troubleshoot assigned area(s) to deal with any issues on site

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possession of a valid drivers license
• Availability to work July 4 & July 31-August 2
• Ability to read simple maps
• Organized, self-motivated and able to work independently and as a team
• Ability to manage time while working on multiple projects at once, with various deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience in events, signage, beverage management or hospitality-related work preferred
• Previous experience with clerical, typing or office-related work preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform light lifting, moving, setup and breakdown tasks at special event sites
• Ability to occasionally lift and move objects weighing 20-30 lbs.
• Ability to work long hours during special event operations including events outside of normal business hours
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to use computers for sustained data input and processing
• Ability to operate standard office equipment

Other Requirements

• Regular attendance, as governed by and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, procedures and laws, is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification
• M ust model the following established City Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude and Dedication to Service
• Compliance with training directives established by supervisory/managerial personnel
• Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws, rules, and regulations and City safety policies/procedures

Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Time Management: Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; able to make a quick decision.

Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people-up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.

Supplemental Information : All positions within this job classification have been designated as "Casual" in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual Employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause. THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER